Undergraduate Research Assistant: Watering street trees

If driving a giant pickup truck around downtown Raleigh is your idea of a good time…have we got the job for you. Don’t worry, you’ll get to do some cool science too!

Job Description

This position will assist with an ongoing research project examining the effects of weekly watering on health and pest insect abundance in urban maple trees. The successful applicant will water study trees twice a week and will assist with performing insect counts, tree physiology measurements, and branch sampling as needed through the summer. Applicant will be required to drive a large pickup truck with a water tank in back and operate a water pump to fill tree watering bags.

Hours

40 hours/ week, May – Aug 2017

Possibility of continuing part-time into Fall semester

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license

Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Must be able to lift 75 pounds

Experience operating large vehicles and/or farm machinery a plus

How to Apply

Submit resume and cover letter to Annemarie Nagle (amnagle@ncsu.edu) with the subject line “Undergraduate Research Assistant: Watering.” In your cover letter, please indicate why you are interested in the position and describe any relevant skills or experience. Applications will be considered as they are received until the position is filled.

North Carolina State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability. In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. The University strongly encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should contact Steven Frank (sdfrank@ncsu.edu) or (919) 818-4150.